In the day's wholesale-price digest for 06 Aug 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹990 per quintal in Lalganj APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What's Behind Today's Potato Price
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Potato arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,100
- Lowest Price Today₹680
- Average (Modal) Price₹990
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date06 Aug 2026
- CommodityPotato (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Potato is about 39.6% above the period average — just 10.0% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Potato rates stacked up across reporting markets on 06 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,750 |
| 2 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 3 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 4 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 5 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,300 |
| 6 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 7 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,050 |
| 8 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,050 |
| 9 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 11 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
At ₹1,250 (19.2%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Potato matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Potato prices at Lalganj APMC ranged between ₹600 and ₹1,100, with the average around ₹709. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Sep | ₹1,100 | ₹600 | ₹743 |
| 23 Sep | ₹1,100 | ₹600 | ₹827 |
| 22 Sep | ₹1,100 | ₹600 | ₹869 |
| 21 Sep | ₹1,100 | ₹600 | ₹774 |
| 20 Sep | ₹1,100 | ₹600 | ₹771 |
| 19 Sep | ₹1,100 | ₹600 | ₹804 |
| 18 Sep | ₹1,100 | ₹600 | ₹872 |
| 17 Sep | ₹1,100 | ₹600 | ₹788 |
| 16 Sep | ₹700 | ₹600 | ₹645 |
| 15 Sep | ₹700 | ₹600 | ₹655 |
| 14 Sep | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 12 Sep | ₹700 | ₹600 | ₹635 |
| 11 Sep | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 10 Sep | ₹700 | ₹600 | ₹655 |
| 09 Sep | ₹800 | ₹600 | ₹648 |
| 08 Sep | ₹1,100 | ₹600 | ₹821 |
| 07 Sep | ₹800 | ₹600 | ₹669 |
| 06 Sep | ₹1,100 | ₹600 | ₹953 |
| 05 Sep | ₹1,100 | ₹650 | ₹971 |
| 04 Sep | ₹1,100 | ₹600 | ₹873 |
Reviewing the recent daily data helps confirm whether this position is part of an ongoing trend or a short-term move driven by selective buying.
07At a Glance
08What It Means If You're Selling
Selling Potato well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Lalganj APMC logged this Potato rate on 06 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
Disclaimer: Prices are compiled from publicly available government mandi data (AGMARKNET / data.gov.in) and are for information only — not financial advice. Confirm the live rate at the mandi before trading.